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habitability July 10, 2026 · 3 min
South Dakota Habitability Standards: Common Mistakes Landlords Make
South Dakota lacks a comprehensive habitability statute, but that does not mean landlords can ignore property conditions. Discover the most frequent mistakes small landlords make and how to protect yourself from liability.
By Curt Sloan Read
Security Deposits June 5, 2026 · 3 min
5 Security Deposit Mistakes South Dakota Landlords Make (And How to Avoid Them)
South Dakota law gives landlords two return windows for security deposits, but confusion about itemization, documentation, and timing leads to costly mistakes. Here are the five errors small landlords make most often and how to fix them before a tenant takes you to small claims court.
By Curt Sloan Read
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